LIVE ACTS AT HELL CITY 2023

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WORLD RECORD BREAKERS: Monsters Of Schlock  RETURN!
   

Hell City welcomes back the Monsters Of Schlock to the main stage! The Monsters Of Schlock are 26 time Canadian Guinness World Record breakers the great Orbax and Sweet Pepper Klopek are the Monsters of Schlock, the world’s most extreme two man circus sideshow comedy magic extravaganza. For the last 20 years they have travelled the world selling out theaters, festivals, colleges and carnivals with their daredevil antics and slapstick comedy stunt show! It’s a real life cartoon with a positive mental health message and stunts you will remember for the rest of your life!      

Check them out HERE 

 

     

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Brianna Belladonna

Hell City welcomes Brianna Belladonna to the main stage on Friday!
Tattooed beauty Brianna Belladonna performs dare devil stunts including Sword Swallowing, Fire Eating, Glass walking and other jaw dropping acts. One of the only female Emcees in her field, she brings next level circus entertainment to stages all over the world.
 
You have seen her on network television featured in "How I Met Your Mother", "CSI", "Auction Hunters", "Inked" and AMC's "Freakshow" just to name a few. She was a starring cast member in the Las Vegas show "Freaks". Brianna has also performed with The Jim Rose Circus, Coney Island Sideshow, and with the haute couture circus, Lucent Dossier. In addition she’s toured the US, Europe & New Zealand and also holds two world records in sword swallowing!
Check her out HERE 
 

 

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LIVE Burlesque Performances by:

Cervena Fox 

Don’t miss Cervena Fox performing a variety of burlesque acts at @hell_city 2023 “The Possession”! Performing alongside our other amazing performers on the main stage this year! Born and raised in London, England. She grew up modeling and fire performed in the great city. But moved to USA in 2017 to pursue  her Burlesque dream. She has graced over 60 magazine covers worldwide and is a full time resident performer in Las Vegas Nevada. Known for her Crimson red hair, fully tattooed bombshell body, this British Vixen is here to put the tea, in tease. Let’s give a ROUSING applaud to this Multi award winning babe and QUEEN of the 2022 Golden Championship, Cervena Fox! Cervena would love to meet everyone after her Hell City main stage acts at her booth, feel free to step up and say hello, grab a print or some of her t-shirts or other unique merch!

Don’t miss this fox bringing sexy to the stage at @hell_city Tattoo Fest 2023 “The Possession” in Ohio!

Check out more from Cervena below!

www.cervenafox.com
www.instagram.com/cervenafox
www.twitter.com/cervenafox
www.facebook.com/cervenafox

   

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Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière - Reigning Miss Exotic World

Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière, aka Lauren Ashley Jiles, is a Afro-Indigenous internationally renowned neo-burlesque dancer, teacher, and activist hailing from the Mohawk territory of Kahnawake, Quebec.

She began her burlesque career in 2005 in Montreal with troupe Blue Light Burlesque. She has since headlined shows across North America and has performed in New Orleans, Las Vegas, New York, Texas, Detroit, and Chicago.

Check out more from Lou Lou HERE!

 

    

   

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Sgt. Die Wies


  

Don’t miss @diewies performing her burlesque acts at @hell_city 2023 “The Possession” In Columbus Ohio this May 19th-21st at the @hyattcolumbus ! 

Burlesque performer and emcee extraordinaire Sgt. Die Wies @diewies (pronounced DEVICE) began in 2006 in Pittsburgh, PA when she started her cabaret show and troupe Sinastar Exhibit. After moving back to California (Oakland) in 2008, with support from Kat De Lac (PGH) , Sparkly Devil, Jim Sweeney and the late Eddie Dane she began performing with The Hubba Hubba Revue, shortly thereafter changing the pronunciation of Die Wies (DIE WISE) to (DEVICE) thanks to the help of one Juicy D. Light. Adding producing to her talents of performing and hosting, in 2012 she created her show production Womanopoly with her best Friend. Be sure Two step to the main stage to catch her while @diewies performs every day at Hell City 2023 in Columbus Ohio this May 19th - 21st at the Hyatt Regency downtown!

 Check out more from Sgt Die Wies below!

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The Art Fusion Experiment - Live at the Main Stage Every day!

The Art Fusion Experiment brought to you by Paul Booth, Filip Leu, and Guy Aitchison. This performance art involves between 3 to 5 artists collaborating, changing canvases every 3 to 5 minutes, and completing pieces of art done in charcoal, color pastels, or other mediums.  At the main stage everyday! 

The Art Fusion Experiment will be held at the Hell City Tattoo Festival on the HC Second Stage periodically throughout the entire weekend. This event is a definite crowd pleaser and shouldn’t be missed!

There will also be a silent auction for all the completed work. You must be present at the end of the auction to receive the artwork or it will go to the next bidder. Be sure to check out The Art Fusion Experiment Website to see more on the history and process of this amazing collaborative art project!

  

FRIDAY:
2 PM – 4 PM

 


SATURDAY: 
2 PM – 4 PM


SUNDAY:
12 PM - 1 PM


 

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WET PAINT PROJECT LIVE!

Live painting & art made right before your eyes!

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Once again, Chris Dingwell will be bringing together nearly 30 of the tattoo world’s finest and most exciting artists who will be creating their work LIVE ON STAGE before your very eyes at this year's Hell City Tattoo Festival!

Over a dozen local, as well as artists from around the country, will be working on their creations all weekend long. They will be fueling each others imaginations and sparking their creative flames. Come witness the artistic process in action all weekend long! You might even be able to buy the artwork whose birth you’ve witnessed at Hell City! With this years unbeatable line-up of artists, there won’t be a dull moment on the WET PAINT PROJECT Stages all weekend long!

Presented by @hell_city & @chrisdingwell🔥 

  

Wet Paint Artists @ Hell City Ohio 2023

 

 

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Louie Safire - HC Mascots

All Hail "Louie Safire", the newest Hell City mascot devil for HC Killumbus featuring incredible makeup and effects by our friend and evil mastermind Todd Reed! Be sure to keep an eye out while roaming the depths of HELL for the towering "Louie Safire" making his way through the gates of Hell City and also various times at the main stage during acts and various awards.  Brace your souls to meet Louie at the Hell City main stage every day during the tattoo competitions, grab your photos and have one hell of a good time!

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2023 Hell City Hottie Trophy Models Ohio 

Official Hell City Hotties 2023 
Columbus Trophy Models

TARA HOUSTON

Say Hell-o to Tara!

Hi! My name is Tara, I fell in love with the art of body modifications about 16 years ago. I fell in love with the passion & dedication, and most of all the opportunity it gives to express individuality. My art helped me to gain my confidence & I started modeling in 2018. I’ve gotten to travel & meet so many new amazing people since then. I placed 2nd in the Hell City Hotties competition in 2019 and look forward to being on the stage again. Although the pandemic set things back a bit, I’m excited for a new beginning. I’m a Vet Tech during the week & I bartend during nights & some weekends. My hobbies are painting, dancing, reading, & caring for and finding forever homes for animals wherever I can be of help. 

CHECK OUT MORE OF TARA HERE

Remixx

 

Say Hell-o to Remixx

Remixx is a model based in northeastern Ohio who has modeled since she was a kid and “absolutely love it”! Recently, she just got her associates degree in music production and has so much fun producing my music! @86remixx loves traveling and meeting cool new people, while having the opportunity to travel and work with other incredible creatives is always amazing! Most importantly, she is a mom of 2 awesome kids who are growing up way too fast! Be sure to step to the @hell_city mainstage to say HellOhh to Remixx!

photo by: @ritualintimates @madisonpants

CHECK OUT MORE OF REMIXX HERE 

Jenn Rattiner

Say Hell-o to Jenn!

My name is Jenn Rattiner, I’m 32 years old, representing Dayton, Ohio the “Gem City”. I make handmade jewelry, ( @the_rattlesnake_bitch on IG), love horror movies, and I am a certified yoga instructor and aromatherapist. When I’m not hanging out with my 10 year old Siberian husky, you can find me hiking in the forest geeking out over different plant species.

CHECK OUT MORE OF JENN HERE!

Jenica

Say Hell-o to Jenny!

Hello, my name is Jenny, my love for tattoos started when I was younger, when I growing up around my uncles whom were heavily covered in tattoo/tattoo artists, it always inspired me, and made me want to become heavily tattooed/modified myself. I'm originally from New York, but I currently live in Texas. I love to travel for tattoo conventions, see different cities/states and explore new environments. I am a bartender on the days I don't travel to different conventions. I love to socialize and meet new people
Be sure to step up to the main stage to meet Hottie @jenny_linkinpark in person all weekend at The @hell_city Tattoo Fest in Columbus, Ohio this May 19th-21st at the luxurious @hyattregencycolumbus in booming downtown Columbus, Ohio!

CHECK OUT MORE OF JENICA HERE!

Miss Red

Say Hell-o to Miss Red! 

I have been modeling off and on for about twelve years now. I have been in a few short films, music videos, part of a clothing brand and now a baby burlesque performer. When I'm not doing anything model related I am a full time graphic designer during the day for an adult company. Over the past few years I have started working on getting covered with tattoos as it has always been my dream to be a walking work of art! My love of tattoos started when I was younger watching both my parents getting tattoos. Nothing better than being a constant art piece for the rest of your life!

Check out Miss Red's Modeling Page HERE!
Check out Miss Red's Instagram HERE!

Ryann Reign

Hi! I'm a freelance model from Pittsburgh that goes by the name Ryann Reign. I've been a model for most of my life off and on, but got more seriously involved in the last few years. I do commercial to nude work and everything in between. I am in the process of building an agency to help other freelance models connect with reputable photographers and also with brands looking for models. I also offer boudoir workshops to models and non models alike. I'm a huge believer in the positive experiences that come from stepping into a space outside of our comfort zone that results in beautiful images of ourselves. I am a recent law school drop out, so I'm smart but realistic lol (massively complicated and unplanned divorce). Mostly I'm just out here being my best self and trying to be a solid example to other chicks (and my daughter) that they can do whatever they damned well please.

Check out Ryann Reign's Instagram HERE!
Check out Ryann Reign's Modeling Page HERE!

 

Cat Feral

Say Hello to Cat Feral_who is one of our official Hell City Hotties trophy girls for Hell City Ohio 2023 Fest! Her name is Cat Ferrell. She is 35 years old, a mother of 1, an alt model, an esthetician, & recently certified in PMU Lip Blush. She's always had a love for the tattoo industry/ lifestyle. She is excited to peruse her permanent lip blush journey and become/expand her own artistic skills. She is excited to be apart of Hell City this year as a trophy model & have the chance to meet & be surrounded by incredible artists in the industry!

Check out more of Cat Feral HERE!

Cara Bella

My name is Cara Bella , I am a Model , Artist , Body Artist , Lingerie & Clothing designer , from PVD . I have been modeling for almost 10 years now and I have been so blessed to have experienced some of the amazing things I have throughout my career. From publications, music video appearances , runway shows , winning contests, traveling all over the world and country for conventions &so much more . I’m so grateful to see all the places my modeling career has taken me and will take me. When I’m not modeling  I am getting out & connecting with nature or working on my businesses  .  I own a lingerie line where I make lingerie and botanical products by hand, I have two graphic lines I own & design for that are street wear style clothing. Recently I have gotten back into doing tattoos and permanent make up , I have been doing dental jewelry for a few years now & I absolutely love it all . Being a part of the tattoo industry has always been a goal of mine , I love everything about it ! With the new year I am going to start doing Burlesque , Add some more beautiful tattoo artwork to my body and plan some more runway & art shows for my lingerie line , along with some expansions of the wonderful things I do now . I have a lot of experience working and performing at conventions , I would absolutely love to be a part of Hell City ! 

Check out more of Cara Bella HERE!

Mycala Massacre

My name is Mycala Massacre, I am 25 years old. I've been in the tattoo industry for 7 years. I'm a body piercer, tattoo artist, model, and part owner of my studio in Defiance Ohio. I've been honored to hold the titles of Ms. Tattoo Carnival LOZ 2019 and Ms. Tattoo City Flint 2021. I look forward to any opportunity to meet and work with successful women in the tattoo industry!

Check out more of Mycala Massacre HERE! 

Aidan

Aidan Tattoos is an artist originally from Philadelphia. She moved out to Los Angeles in 2017 to pursue her tattoo career. After being surrounded by some of the best artists, she was able to hit the ground running and start her journey. From standard tattoos, to cosmetic, to medical, she specializes in a wide range of tattoos and loves to make people feel good in their own skin. Now, she tattoos at the infamous Inked Magazine’s headquarters in NYC and has spent more time modeling as well. She loves to travel, be surrounded by positive people, and create whether it’s with painting, tattooing, or working with other like minded people.

Check out Aidan's Instagram HERE!
Check out Aidan's Website HERE!
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Competition Schedule

FRIDAY

12 pm – 8 pm – Tattoo Competition Registration – $15 per entry- (Register at Main Stage)

8 pm – 11 pm – Competitions & Awards – (Main Stage)
Tattoo Awards Given after each category is finished being judged – Awards given to winners by Hell City Hotties – (Main Stage)

*Best Asian Tattoo
*Best New School
*Best Biomech / Organic
*BEST ABSTRACT / GEOMETRIC
*Best Traditional
*BEST HAND / FOOT TATTOO

* Tattoo Of The Day Contest

10 pm  – *Tattoo Of The Day Contest! – one of a kind custom HC awards given to winners by Hell City Hotties – (Main Stage)
10 pm - 11 pm – Tattoo Awards Given – one of a kind custom HC awards given to winners by Hell City Hotties – (Main Stage)

 

SATURDAY

12 pm – 8 pm – Tattoo Competition Registration – $15 per entry- (Register at Main Stage)

8 pm – 11 pm – Competitions – (Main Stage)
Tattoo Awards Given after each category is finished being judged – Awards given to winners by Hell City Hotties – (Main Stage)

*Best Small Color
*Best Small Black & Grey – (includes tribal)
*Most Unusual / Weird
*Best Arm/Leg Sleeve
*Best Back Piece / Chest Panel
*Worst Tattoo

* Tattoo Of The Day Contest

10 pm  – *Tattoo Of The Day Contest! – one of a kind custom HC awards given to winners by Hell City Hotties – (Main Stage)
10 pm - 11 pm – Tattoo Awards Given – one of a kind custom HC awards given to winners by Hell City Hotties – (Main Stage)

  

SUNDAY

12 pm – 5 pm – Tattoo Competition Registration – $15 per entry- (Register at Main Stage)

5 pm – 8 pm – Competitions – (Main Stage)
Tattoo Awards Given after each category is finished being judged – Awards given to winners by Hell City Hotties – (Main Stage)

*Best Large Color
*Best Large Black & Grey – (includes tribal)
*Best Portrait – (color or b&g)
*Best Overall Female
*Best Overall Male

*Artist of Show
*Best Wet Painter
*BEST BOOTH DISPLAY

* Tattoo Of The Day Contest


7 pm – Tattoo Of The Day Contest! – one of a kind custom HC awards given to winners by Hell City Hotties – (Main Stage)

7 pm – 8 pm – Tattoo Awards Given – one of a kind custom HC awards given to winners by Hell City Hotties – (Main stage)

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FINE ART GALLERY AT HELL CITY TATTOO FEST

Ohio Second Floor Ballroom

If you’ve ever experienced Hell City, you’ll realize that the second floor of the festival is always booming with special events such as live painting, seminars, a tattoo theater and the fine art gallery, the Big Bar on 2, Hellywood and much more! As always, Hell City brings new and exciting events for the artists, collectors, enthusiasts and attendees and, every year, we listen to our artists and attendees as to what they would like to see at the fest. So, at the Columbus festival, we extended the room where the Wet Paint project takes place to create a brand-new second floor ballroom! This new and exciting addition to the second floor ballroom of Hell City now allows us to feature more tattooing as well as a variety of new shopping vendors including body jewelry, tattoo clothing, fine art prints, and various oddities that you won’t find any other tattoo convention!

 

New at Hell City Killumbus 2019! We’ve expanded our second floor ballroom to host even more extraordinary and talented tattoo artists! This will make 2019 the largest Hell City yet!

    

From flesh to canvas!

The Hell City Tattoo Festival Fine Art Gallery features many other works of art in various mediums. Works displayed in the fine art gallery are from attending Hell City tattoo artists who showcase their other talents including paintings, sculptures, and flash. Be sure to swing by the Fine Art Gallery to see Hell City artists take their art from flesh to canvas! Come feast your eyes on all of the incredible paintings that will blow your mind!

 

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Hell City Documentary Film LIVE at the main stage during Art Fusion.

The First ever tattoo documentary film about the legendary Hell City Tattoo Festival and the connection of fine art, tattooing and those that have dedicated their lives to the art form. Filmed for over 7 years at the Hell City Tattoo Festival, this in depth journey into the minds and world of tattoo artists and collectors sheds a new light on the art of tattooing and the community behind it! 

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ARTIST MEET & GREET / AFTER PARTIES – COLUMBUS, OH

Pre-party Thursday starting at 8 pm!

It’s a “Hellabration”! Party, hang out and have fun with Hell City tattoo artists from around the world, collectors, and enthusiasts at the Big Bar to prepare for one hell of a wild weekend!

Thursday early artist setup will be from 5pm – 8pm in the ballroom. This gives artists a chance to partially setup prior to the fest, making opening the gates of Hell City on Friday go smooth!

Then Thursday evening, we give everyone the chance to meet, mingle, make appointments, and get ready for one hell of a weekend! The artist meet & greet will be free & open to the public Thursday night at the Bar. Be sure to come and hang out with all tattoo artists, as well as tattoo collectors and enthusiasts! The Meet & Greet starts at 8pm and goes till the Bar closes! Remember to drink responsibly and have good times with great people!

HAVE “ONE HELL OF A GOOD TIME” WITH HELL CITY FRIENDS AT THE KILLUMBUS BIG BAR!

Don’t miss out on the good times all weekend at the Big Bar on 2! Our sponsor will be hosting Hell City’s music for the entire weekend of the festivities. From Rockin’ music to LIVE DJ appearances, they will be sure to keep the party going all night long! Be sure to stay tuned to the bar music for periodical announcements to let you not to miss out on all the exciting events going on all weekend of The Hell City Tattoo Festival!

AFTER PARTY - IT’S A HELLABRATION!

Douse your demons at the Big Bar on 2 in Ohio!

Hell City after parties are definitely not to be missed! Last years after parties were out of hand every night and we’re sure this years will be the same!! Come join other tattoo artists in the festivities at the Big Bar on 2. Drink, mingle, and have one hell of a good time!

 

 

HAVE “ONE HELL OF A GOOD TIME” WITH HELL CITY FRIENDS AT THE KILLUMBUS BIG BAR!

 

Don’t miss out on the good times all weekend at the Big Bar on 2! Our sponsor will be hosting Hell City’s music for the entire weekend of the festivities. From Rockin’ music to LIVE DJ appearances, they will be sure to keep the party going all night long! Be sure to stay tuned to the bar music for periodical announcements to let you not to miss out on all the exciting events going on all weekend of The Hell City Tattoo Festival!

 

Unwind over a cocktail. Offering everything from local brews to the finest wines by the glass, this Columbus bar is a gathering spot for hotel guests and locals alike. Enjoy panoramic views of the downtown skyline while savoring daily happy drink specials!

 

  

REINVENTING THE DRINK & DRAW

Join Guy Aitchison via Zoom and Sandy McAndrew along with fellow artists in a fun evening of drawing and blowing off steam after a big day of tattoos and excitement. Boozy drinks or non-alcoholic beverages are welcome and we will be bringing our visions of Hell to life with pencils! FREE Open to all - opposite the Big Bar on Floor 2

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